Behind the headlines, Charlie Kirk’s most cherished role wasn’t as a conservative activist or founder
of Turning Point USA—it was as a husband and father. His marriage to Erika Frantz Kirk and the arrival of
their two children defined the chapters he valued most, building a home rooted in faith, love, and shared values.
Charlie and Erika met in 2018 and married in 2021. Their daughter was born in August 2022, followed by a son in May 2024,
milestones that brought them immense joy. While both valued privacy, they openly shared gratitude for the gift of parenthood.
Erika, accomplished in her own right, was Miss Arizona USA 2012, a former NCAA basketball athlete, and later a minister,
entrepreneur, and speaker. She founded projects like BIBLEin365, PROCLAIM, and Midweek Rise Up, inspiring thousands. She often called Charlie
the “love of her life” and praised him as a devoted, intentional father who led their home with strength and tenderness.
Charlie frequently described Erika as his greatest blessing and fatherhood as a gift from God. Their anniversaries and family milestones
reflected gratitude, faith, and love. Though his passing leaves a deep void, his legacy continues through Erika and their children.